Entry Level Construction Materials T

Kleinfelder, Inc. • Taylorsville, UT • 1w ago

Job Description

Step into your new role!

As an Entry Level Construction Materials Engineering and Testing (CoMET) Technician you will be exposed and trained to perform routine quality control test procedures on commercial, industrial, public and private construction projects from the ground up. No experience required! We are committed to investing in our team members and will provide training and advancement opportunities through technician certification programs. This position is available in the Salt Lake City, UT area.

Once trained you will be able to:

Read and understand applicable construction plans and specifications

Perform Field Observations and Materials Sampling/Testing during Construction of Buildings, Bridges and Roadways.

Perform testing on construction materials including Soils, Reinforcing Steel, Concrete, Masonry, Structural Steel, Fireproofing, Metal Decking, Roofing and Paving.

Write Daily Field Reports documenting work performed by the various contractors and indicating compliance/non-compliance with contract documents, plans and specifications.

Cast Field Samples of Concrete, Masonry, Grout, etc. for strength verification.

Communicate effectively with clients, contractors, and other design professionals

Provide daily or milestone updates to Department Manager

Pick-up construction material samples and deliver to laboratory, deliver equipment to site technicians.

Actively participate and demonstrate commitment to Kleinfelders Health and Safety culture.

Certification/Registration:

Kleinfelder requires our technicians to acquire the following certifications within first 6 months of employment - at our expense.

Nuclear Density Gage Certification, ACI Concrete Field-Testing Technician Grade I or, Local Jurisdiction

Equivalent to ACI, as required by local jurisdiction and local management team

Requirements and Qualifications:

Ability to work independently and as a team member, maintain composure, and work effectively in a high-pressure environment with changing priorities.

Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

Ability to use a company provided laptop or iPad and a working knowledge of MS Office programs (e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).

Authorization to work in the United States

Valid driver's license with a clean driving record and ability to pass drug test.

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Bend, stoop, and lift up-to 50 pounds (22.68 kg) repetitively and over 50 pounds (22.68 kg) using handling equipment (hand truck, etc.).

Ability to operate heavy equipment as necessary (i.e., ultrasonic non-destructive testing machine, concrete cylinder press, etc.).

Ability to maintain safe mobility over construction obstacles by foot and ladder, traversing over rough broken ground and steep surfaces.

Ability to work outside in variable weather at field sites and in labs with various levels of safety protection required.

Desired Qualifications

Construction-related training or technical training desirable

ACI or ICC certification desired

Take Your Construction Career to the Next Level!

If you are ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career, WE WANT YOU. From construction management and observation/inspection services to laboratory testing and materials and forensic engineering, our Construction Services market (which includes our CoMET operations) helps to develop and maintain Americas in frastructure and supply chain and is a recognized industry leader.

Move Forward with Kleinfelder

Kleinfelder has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients' transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 85 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose - together, we deliver.

Progress with an Employer that Values You

Kleinfelder is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that throughdiversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:

Benefits: Kleinfelder offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.

Career Development: We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.

Equal Opportunity: Kleinfelder is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES

Please note that Kleinfelder does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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